Новости за 05.07.2024

Rahul Gandhi, the Leader of Opposition, visited Hathras to meet the grieving families affected by the recent stampede. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) criticized the Congress MP for not visiting the families of victims in the Kallakurichi illicit liquor tragedy in Tamil Nadu. At least 121 devotees lost their lives in a stampede during a religious 'Satsang' event of self-styled godman Suraj Pal alias 'Bhole Baba' in Fulari village, Uttar Pradesh's Hathras, on Tuesday.

JSW Energy announces a strategic shift towards becoming an energy products and services provider, with plans to invest ₹1.15 lakh crore in capital expenditure to achieve 20 GW generation capacity and 40 GWh storage capacity by 2030. The company is expanding its portfolio to include new energy solutions like green hydrogen and battery storage systems. JSW Energy's move aligns with industry trends as other players also diversify beyond power generation. Share prices closed higher at ₹736.5 on the BSE after the news.

Vehicle registrations rose 0.73% to 1,895,552 units, with two-wheelers up 4.7%, three-wheelers 5.1%, passenger vehicles down 6.8%, and commercial vehicles falling 4.7%. Heatwaves, deferred purchases, and kharif crop delays impacted sales. Rural market share for two-wheelers fell to 58.6%. Dealers expect increased sales with improved supply and product launches despite high inventory and election slowdowns.

Canada has become the most desired migration destination worldwide due to its beautiful scenery and high living standards, attracting over 1.5 million relocation searches. Australia follows closely, valued for its pleasant climate and excellent public services.

State Bank of India is expected to enter the debt market next week to raise up to Rs 10,000 crore via infrastructure bonds, with Bank of India likely to follow a week later to raise Rs 5,000 crore. These bonds help reduce lenders' overall funding costs as they are exempt from CRR and SLR

Brazil's Federal Police have indicted former President Jair Bolsonaro for money laundering and criminal association in connection with undeclared diamonds from Saudi Arabia. The Supreme Court is awaiting the police report to decide on filing charges. This is Bolsonaro's second indictment since leaving office, with the previous one in May for falsifying his Covid-19 vaccination certificate. The legal threats against the ex-leader are seen as both a victory by his opponents and as political persecution by his supporters.

BJP leaders continued to criticise the Jharkhand government on Friday for removing Champai Soren as chief minister just two days after Hemant Soren, who was out on bail, returned as CM. This change occurred weeks ahead of the assembly polls scheduled later this year. Several BJP leaders have described the move as an insult to the tribal community in Jharkhand.

PwC India's risk business has seen rapid growth, with partner count set to exceed 100. Global trends like AI and climate change shape risk management strategies. Companies seek to understand and mitigate risks for long-term resilience. AI presents both opportunities and challenges for businesses.

Governor CV Ananda Bose, who on Thursday night authorised deputy speaker Asish Banerjee to administer the oath, has taken exception to assembly speaker Biman Banerjee administering it instead. On Friday, Bose wrote to President Droupadi Murmu, complaining about what he termed "the constitutional impropriety of the speaker".

Many of the wealthy donors of the Democratic party have called on the party to replace Joe Biden at the earliest. They have threatened to stop their donations if Biden is not replaced on the ballot box.

Kim Kardashian’s clothing brand Skims and cosmetics line SKKN have engagement levels of 0.09% and 0.05%, respectively., though their accounts have 6 million and 5.7 million followers, respectively. Why?

Delhi High Court requests SpiceJet's response on asset attachment to enforce UK court decrees totaling $13.82 million. SpiceJet disputes attachment, citing ongoing fund-raising efforts. Court grants one week for airline to reply.

Spotify India LLP's net loss declined 26% to ₹344 crore in FY23. Revenue rose 86% to ₹167 crore while expenses fell 9% to ₹504 crore. Subscriptions increased 66%, ad revenue 91%. Entered India 2019, contends with JioSaavn, Amazon Prime Music, and Apple Music. Globally, Spotify has 615 million users. Data from Tofler; FY24 unfiled.

The first installment in Wright and Pegg's Three Flavours Cornetto trilogy, "Shaun of the Dead," follows a group of Londoners navigating a sudden zombie apocalypse. The film concludes with the undead being integrated into society and Shaun keeping his best friend Ed, now a zombie, in his shed.

Devprakash Madhukar, the prime accused in the Hathras stampede that resulted in 121 fatalities, surrendered to police in Delhi as confirmed by his lawyer. Madhukar, the main sevadar of the satsang, was the sole individual named in the FIR. Several others linked to the organizing committee have also been arrested in connection to the incident.

Culver Max Entertainment, operating Sony Sports Network, acquired India TV rights for Major League Cricket 2024. JioCinema retains streaming rights. The second edition starts with reigning champions MI New York vs. Seattle Orcas. The final is in Texas on July 29.

Team India's Suryakumar Yadav amuses with a funny speech about his catch. Bihar CM urges completion of land survey by 2025 to prevent disputes.

The SIT, led by ADG Anupam Kulshreshtha from Agra zone, is investigating the Hathras stampede that caused 121 deaths. Ninety statements including those of senior district officials were recorded.

Days after the Army clarified over the compensation paid to slain Agniveer Ajay Kumar's family, Gandhi claimed the family received insurance money, not compensation.

BJP General Secretary Vinod Tawde will continue as in-charge of Bihar. Former Jharkhand BJP Chief and Rajya Sabha member Deepak Prakash will be his deputy. Similarly, general secretary Tarun Chugh will continue to handle Jammu and Kashmir- where elections are likely in September- and will be assisted by Ashish Sood of Delhi BJP. Chugh will also be incharge of Ladakh while Sood will be incharge of Goa.

4th of July, which is the US Independence Day, was celebrated with utmost grandeur with events, live music, buffet, concerts and fireworks in various cities of the country. However, there were reports of fireworks-related-accidents in many region including deaths in Illinois and Alabama.

The US Non-Farm Payroll (NFP) data is expected today, which will influence rate cut expectations by the Federal Reserve. The dollar index fell 0.2% to a three-week low and touched 104.95 due to pressures from the euro and the British pound.

President Droupadi Murmu confers gallantry awards to 10 individuals with 7 posthumously receiving the Kirti Chakra, India's second-highest peacetime gallantry award. Additionally, 26 Shaurya Chakras, including 7 posthumously, were presented during the ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhavan. The recipients, including personnel from the Army, paramilitary forces, and state/Union Territory police, were recognized for their courageous acts and devotion to duty.

The government has designated the Ministry of Minority Affairs as the nodal ministry for the Haj Committee, taking over from the Ministry of External Affairs. Changes include new rules and the nomination of officers from various ministries to the committee.

Andhra Pradesh CM N Chandrababu Naidu met top central leaders, including Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, to push state-specific demands. Naidu, whose TDP supports the BJP-led NDA, sought a special package for backward districts and financial support for Amravati's infrastructure development.